Fuel

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Description

A high-performance, all-around cragging tool that’s equally at home on steep ice and overhanging rock, the Fuel is the ultimate tool for the modern ice and rock climber.

From steep WI5 pillars in the Canadian Rockies to overhanging dry-tool routes in Kanderstag, the Black Diamond Fuel Ice Tool is an aggressive cragging tool designed for the modern rock and ice climber. The Fuel’s revolutionary lightweight shaft is hydroformed from a single piece of aluminum which extends all the way through the grip for excellent rigidity, and the streamlined head, removable spike and dual-density, adjustable grip add to the tool’s versatile performance on both rock and ice.

Lightweight shaft is hydroformed from a single piece of aluminum extending through the grip for responsive feel and rigidity.
Streamlined, two-piece single-bolt head is compatible with all current BD picks.
Dual-density adjustable pommel features spacing washers to accommodate different hand sizes and gloves.
Offset upper grip for modern leashless climbing.
Removable, clippable spike.
Fusion Ice Pick included.

Retail price

US$ 299.95

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Though the Black Diamond Fuel ice tool doesn’t stray too far from the common look and feel of the modern ice tools, there are some pluses and minuses. Honestly, our test crew ended up split on how they felt about these ice tools. If you have really big hands (like mine) and hate difficult-to-clean picks then maybe look at some other options. If you have hands that fall within the normal range of humans and like an easy to place ice tool, that cuts down on multiple swings, in exchange for some extra work cleaning the tool, then the Black Diamond Fuel ice tools are for you. Black Diamond often sponsors demo events to use their new products. Check out an event near you and see what you think.

How to use Black Diamond ice tool and ice axe correctly, warnings, care, maintenance, transportation, inspection, lifespan and retirement with instructional pictures. Note: This is page two of document for instruction in foreign languages, page one has English instruction.

How to use Black Diamond ice tool and ice axe correctly, warnings, care, maintenance, transportation, inspection, lifespan and retirement with instructional pictures. Note: This is page one of document for English instruction, page two has instruction in other languages.